ReMuNet aims to develop standardized methodology to describe multimodal transport networks. The first task towards this core objective is Creating a typology of disruptive events, which is addressed in this deliverable. The goals are 1) to define disruptive events from the perspective of logistics operators and key stakeholders, 2) to identify frequently occurring and severe disruptive events and 3) to understand standard practices of managing these disruptive events.
Methodology
A qualitative study was conducted which included 17 interviews and 9 focus group discussions with various stakeholders such as terminal operators, freight forwarders, software system developers, rail, road, and shipping operators, government agencies, and consultants from Germany, Finland, Lithuania, Estonia, Switzerland, Austria, Denmark, and Belgium.
Research questions:
- What are the categories of disruptive events based on their causes?
- What disruptive events are specific to which transport mode?
- What are examples of each category of disruptive events?
- Apart from cause, what are other ways of classifying disruptive events?
- What is most relevant for the disruptive event: cause, effect, reaction, or something else?
- What type of disruptions have been most impactful in recent times?
- What types of disruptions will gain / lose importance in the next 5 years?
Key findings: The stakeholders defined disruption in different ways, based on their role in the transport network. These were grouped into 5 themes.
Based on 23 defintions in 5 themes, a definition is identified in this deliverable: A disruptive event can be defined as any interruption or change, planned or unplanned, in the operations of a transport network, creating effects, such as delays, blockages or closures.
Next, vulnerabilites in transport network were identified by the stakeholders.
Some challenges to sustainability goals in the coming year were also identified.
The typology of disruptive events summarizes the key findings in the form of operation layer, causes, events, dimensions, and impact.
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